The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) protest at Jantar Mantar entered its eleventh day on Tuesday, with founder Abhijeet Dipke alleging heavy police deployment and restrictions on supporters' entry to the venue.
Dipke's Allegations on Social Media
In a post on X, Dipke claimed that police were preventing people from entering the protest site and that several core team members were being denied access. He also alleged that transport arrangements were being blocked to stop supporters from reaching Jantar Mantar. “Heavy police deployment at Jantar Mantar. The police are not allowing people to enter, and many of our core team members are being denied entry. What are they planning to do?” he said.
Dipke further questioned whether the government was obstructing transport to hinder people from joining the protest, asserting that the agitation was being restricted.
Examination Paper Leak Concerns
Additionally, Dipke raised concerns about the Rajasthan Paramedical Council examination paper leak, accusing the government of repeatedly failing to conduct examinations properly. “Double engine-double leak,” he said, adding that the BJP government was not capable of conducting examinations.
Sonam Wangchuk's Health Deteriorates
Meanwhile, activist Sonam Wangchuk's health showed signs of strain, with his blood sugar level reportedly dropping to 66 on the third day of his hunger strike, which began on Sunday. CJP spokesperson Ashutosh Ranka stated that Wangchuk's condition must be taken seriously, warning that any adverse outcome would hold Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan responsible.
On Monday, Wangchuk had said the protest was not anti-national and urged authorities to respond with sensitivity rather than force, warning that public trust would erode otherwise. He reiterated his demand for accountability and reforms in the education system, including the resignation of Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
Student Participation in Protest
The protest also continued to see participation from six students associated with the All India Students' Association (AISA), who were on an indefinite hunger strike from a separate stage at the venue. They entered the second day of their fast on Monday. The students include Neha, AISA All India President; Danish, JNUSU Joint Secretary; Manish, AISA Uttar Pradesh President; Deepak, AISA Delhi University Vice President; Hrishikesh, President of Barak Hostel, JNU; and Aameen, former CC member of AUD Students Council.
The protest by CJP began on June 20 over alleged irregularities in the examination system, including NEET.
